The 25-member Board of Trustees adopts regulations and policies governing the entire CSU system. Board committees have authority over educational policy, finance, campus planning, and facilities, among other areas.
**IMPORTANT NOTICE: CSU BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING WILL BE HELD ENTIRELY VIRTUALLY VIA TELECONFERENCE beginning on SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2020 through WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 TO REDUCE RISKS RELATED TO CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19)*
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The CSU Board of Trustees meetings are broadcast live to the public. The next meeting will take place on July 20-22, 2026.
The Board of Trustees meets six times a year. Meetings allow for communication among the Trustees, Chancellor, campus presidents, Academic Senate, California State Student Association and Alumni Council.
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The Board is made up of appointed Trustees, CSU system officers, and ex officio Trustees.
At every meeting, the Chancellor makes a report to the Trustees.
The Chair of the Board of Trustees issues a report at every meeting.
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Changes are made periodically to this part of the California Code of Regulations, which governs the California State University.
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